Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 26 2009 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 26 2009 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2006 tops out at 6 hp. Engine specs for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 26 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2006 carries 15 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 26 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2006 at 29,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 26 2009 at 26,5 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeBack Cove Yachts
MakeBack Cove Yachts
ModelBack Cove 26
ModelBack Cove 29
Model Year2009
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 4 in. (2.85 m)
Beam10.5 ft. (3.23 m)
Beam - Meters2.84
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Inches112
Beam - Inches126
Deadrise14℃ at transom
Deadrisenot available
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 6 in. (0.76 m)
Draft [max] - Detail2.6 ft
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches31.2
Weight - Detail8,500 lbs. (3,864 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg3855.53
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.85
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet26.5
Length - Feet29.5
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in. (8.08 m)
Length overall - Detail29.5 ft. (9 m)
Length overall - Meters8.08
Length overall - Meters8.99
Length overall - Inches318
Length overall - Inches354
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters9
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo D4 225 hp
Engine/s standardYanmar 6LP 260 hp with ZF 63A Marine gear
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (375 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine maxYanmar 6LP 315 hp
Operational Info
Headroom5 ft. 7 in. (1.72 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)
Water capacity30 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Gal3